Bath Update

Posted on December 22, 2014

Back in February, I posted our bathroom renovation. Here’s the story: everything was going fine until one day Kalyn said, “Our bath feels kind of beachy.” It dawned on me. He was right and I kind of hated it. It has taken me a little while to find my personal style and although it might have seemed wonderful at the time, I felt like I needed to make it my own. So, here we are, ten months down the road and I’m painting… again. Here’s what our one and only bathroom is looking like these days:

Granted, it has come a long way from the condition in which we purchased the home, but I’m glad small changes and a little paint have helped it feel less coastal. Although I love the cool California interiors, I have to face it- we live in the Midwest and our house needs to reflect a little more of the location. I’m feeling much happier about the direction and it definitely feels more like my aesthetic.

What version of our bathroom is your favorite? Navy and coastal? Or black, white, and warm wood tones? I’m anxious to hear feedback. While you’re debating which version is best, I wanted share close-ups of a couple of my new favorite bath products. I’m loving lots from LeLabo and Tatine (look at that packaging!!). If you’re in my area, Preen currently has Tatine items in stock- go check them out.

Thank you! I’m happier with the updated look as well. Unfortunately the artwork is not an original, but the print is really great! It’s a hand finished impasto, so it’s very textural. If you would like a print, let me know- the interior design firm I work with carries them. Thanks for stopping by. xo

I love how your original tile and fixture choices allow you to change directions in this bathroom with just a few subtle accessory changes. Makes me feel better about going all white and chrome for the base materials!

Karen B.

April 13, 2016 at 2:45 am

Hello,

I’m interested in finding out the model information for your Delta faucet and drain. I’m going to be purchasing the IKEA Godmorgon/Ovensvik cabinet and sink combo and want to get nicer fixtures to jazz it up a bit. Were you able to use a standard size pop-up drain? Thanks so much! Your bathroom is an inspiration. :-)

Hi Karen! I have these faucets installed. We ended up using the Ikea chrome drain, I believe… because it was a better fit and I didn’t mind the way it looked with the faucet. The drains are pretty simplistic and minimal. Hope this helps! Good luck! xo

jennifer

June 13, 2016 at 6:48 pm

Hi Sara! Beautiful bathroom!! We recently installed a similar vanity from Ikea for our hall bath, but am wondering if you caulk the line space right behind the faucets that touches the wall? We did not tile that wall, so I am being more careful not to splash water. I should probably caulk it to prevent water dripping down. :)

Thanks, Jennifer! Great question- yes, we absolutely caulked that area. Obviously we don’t have tile either… and surprisingly it hasn’t been an issue. Being painted white, it still looks the same as when I painted it three / four years ago. I’d recommend a quality paint that is durable and easy to clean!

Thank you, Elizabeth! Great question. The vanity held up SO well. We’re no longer living in that home, but after living with it for 4 years- I have to say, I was quite impressed. I painted it twice and it didn’t chip. The drawers are soft close and even with a lot of weight, they didn’t bow or malfunction. So yes- overall, a pleasant surprise. Good luck with your kids bath! xo

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